Category: Articles
Accessing ag automation
FIRA USA gave specialty crop growers a glimpse at the latest robotics and automated equipment. Have a look at the future of farming.
2026 vegetable industry outlook: How labor, technology and trade will shape the year ahead
The year ahead will challenge growers across multiple fronts. Learn how growers are investing in tech, pushing labor reform and adding value.
Ag Labor Review: Taking the reins
The National Council of Agricultural Employers welcomed a new leader in January. Get up-to-speed on his priorities for ag labor reform.
Spray drones: best practices for specialty crop use
University and Extension researchers are unlocking the potential of spray drone technology in vegetable production. Learn more now.
Farm Market & Agritourism: Strategies to attract today’s farm market shoppers
The best farm markets and agritourism businesses must attract new customers to stay relevant. Learn how to increase foot traffic to your farm.
Greenhouse labor outlook 2026
Greenhouse growing is essential to early-season and young plant production. Find out how one expert views the labor situation for 2026
Rolling out a new way to water: Sumisansui irrigation system
Michigan State University trialed a new drip irrigation system. Learn how the system performed and which crops its best suited for.
How D’Arrigo Bros. blends 100-year heritage, high-tech to grow leafy greens across the west
D’Arrigo Bros. grows leafy greens on more than 40,000 acres. Learn how this family farm honors its heritage while building towards its future.
H-2A wages: market vs. mandate
Ag is paying for a worker pay social program. Read how a previous presidential administration’s policies harmed farms.
Farm Market & Agritourism: What to do when market fluctuation affects prices
Farm market price swings can give operators headaches. Learn what to do to counter market price fluctuations.
Meet the 2025 Michigan Master Farmers: Fusilier Family Farms, Sarah Black
The Michigan Vegetable Council Master Farmer and Master Farmer Associate Awards have been handed out. Find out who won.
Veg Connections: Strategies to protect cucurbits from insect-transmitted diseases
Cucurbit pests and disease can be transmitted in many ways. Learn more about combating disease and insect threats.
Organic Grower: Mechanical advances help target weeds in organic vegetable farm setting
MSU recently held an organic weed management field day. Read about insights participants gained from the event.
Hollabaugh’s Pennsylvania vegetable, farm market success
Pennsylvania tree fruit and vegetable success. Read more about Hollabaugh Bros.’ seven decades of growing and farm market achievements.
Shifting labor landscape: Actions spark optimism for long-term reform
The labor landscape is changing. Read how recent court actions have ignited optimism for long-term reform.
Farm Market & Agritourism: Aligning farm market products with consumer values
Consumer values can be aligned with farm market products. Read how farm market operators can improve their consumer marketing.
Rodent attack: How growers can battle rat, squirrel, gopher damage
Rats and other wildlife are damaging orchards and fields. Learn what researchers are doing to control rodent damage.
Improving your farm market performance
Improving farm market performance takes effort. Read some tips on how increasing performance can help improve sales.